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Dhillon School of Business Scholarship dinner shines light on sustainability-driven Perry Family Farm

On Oct. 20, 2023, the University of Lethbridge’s Dhillon School of Business honoured the Perry family and the Perry Family Farm at its annual Scholarship Dinner at the Signature Sandman Lethbridge Lodge.

Dhillon School of Business 3 min read

Kendra Fuglerud, Assistant Registrar, Curriculum and Student Records, SEARS

Kendra Fuglerud moved to Lethbridge from Saskatchewan at age 18, never intending to stay. But stay she has, and built a diverse and successful career working in the post-secondary sector in the process.

Faculty & Staff 2 min read

Semester at Sea opportunity a perfect fit for successful student

Thanks to a scholarship made available through the Brawn Family Foundation, University of Lethbridge student Taylor Williams is getting the learning opportunity of a lifetime through Semester at Sea.

Education Abroad 3 min read

Alumnus pays tribute in autobiography to vital role University of Lethbridge played in achieving his dream

The University of Lethbridge figures prominently in the recently-published autobiography of alumnus Desmond (Dez) Kamara, so it's only fitting the book will be launched here as well.

Alumni 3 min read

Mirroring modern classrooms: Faculty of Education alumni support room renovations

As classes began for the Fall 2023 term, a pair of busy classrooms in Turcotte Hall had received a significant makeover, aimed at better preparing student teachers for what they will step into in the field.

Giving 3 min read

Dhillon School of Business Shining Student Takreem Ghouri

As a marketing major, Takreem Ghouri has acquired the skills and confidence necessary to realize her dream of establishing her own digital marketing firm, thanks to her tenure as the President of the Dhillon Business Students' Association.

Dhillon School of Business 3 min read

Faculty of Arts & Science welcomes new Acting Associate Dean, Ilsa Wong

Ilsa Wong, the longtime Chair of the Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education, will be joining the Dean's Office in the Faculty of Arts & Science on a term-basis.

Faculty of Arts & Science 2 min read

Volunteering is a passion for Shining Student Ladan Yousef

Ladan Yousef's goal is to pursue graduate studies in public health. She's an avid volunteer and dedicates her time to unhoused people in Calgary.

Shining Students 2 min read

Dr. Jennifer Copeland ready to set sail on amazing leadership opportunity to Antarctica

Dr. Jennifer Copeland will soon be off to Antarctica with almost 100 women from across the globe in a unique leadership initiative for those involved in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine (STEMM).

Faculty of Arts & Science 3 min read

Fine Arts Shining Student Moni Omubor

Fine Arts graduate student and artist Moni Omubor is building upon her architectural background and integrating her passion for photography and graphic design through her studies at the University of Lethbridge.

Faculty of Fine Arts 4 min read

Makers Making Change: Assistive and adaptive technologies being developed through Agility Innovation Zone

Creative minds are coming together in the Agility Innovation Zone to build adaptive and assistive tools that help remove barriers for people with disabilities.

Giving 3 min read

CIBC helps students discover pathways to employment

Since its launch in Spring 2020, the CIBC Navigator Program has focused on expanding the inclusivity and accessibility of ULethbridge’s co-operative education program, which combines real-world work experience with academic studies.

Giving 2 min read

Donor gifts advance inclusion and diversity

A post-secondary education turns dreams into reality and should be within reach for everyone. ULethbridge is committed to assisting all students, and potential students, by removing barriers so they may be successful in their studies and beyond.

Giving 2 min read

The Picture Butte Lions Club establishes an award for visually impaired students

In November 2022, the Picture Butte Lions Club provided a $50,000 gift to the University of Lethbridge to establish the Picture Butte Lions Club Award for Visually Impaired Students.

Giving 1 min read

Mrudula Morzaria Scholarship Fund for Students with Disabilities

Students with disabilities studying at the University of Lethbridge are now benefitting from a transformational investment from the Ambika Foundation.

Giving 1 min read

Play Right Prize helps students launch careers as script writers

The true impact of student awards and scholarships can sometimes be measured through the success of students in their respective fields.

Giving 3 min read

Students brush up on art skills to gain new perspective in biology class

Student's in Professor Jenny Burke's biology class got a helping hand with their sketching exercise, thanks to a collaborative effort with the Faculty of Fine Arts.

Biological Sciences 3 min read

Ukrainian Emergency Bursary helps Pronghorns women’s basketball team welcome Ukrainian nationals

Serendipitously, ULethbridge had just approved a new Ukrainian Emergency Bursary designed to assist current and new students. A total of 10 two-semester bursaries were approved, providing students with full tuition and housing.

Giving 4 min read

Students to benefit from new TECTERRA bursaries

Two new annual bursaries worth $10,000 each will give ULethbridge students studying remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS) or geography a financial boost for the next five years thanks to a donation from TECTERRA.

Giving 1 min read

Enhancing endowed support for students

Acknowledging that increased financial support is critical in ensuring a university education remains an option for more students, the University of Lethbridge Board of Governors pledged $10 million in match funds for the establishment of new endowed student scholarships in 2022.

Giving 3 min read

ULethbridge builds bridges to a future in engineering

Calling all future engineers! If you're interested in engineering ULethbridge might be the perfect start for you. With smaller class sizes, a close-knit group of peers to support you and professors who know you by name, you will be set up for success in a unique way.

Faculty of Arts & Science 3 min read

Flexahopper Plastics supports ULethbridge students

Flexahopper president and alumnus Bill Spenceley (BSc '81) supports ULethbridge's scholarship campaign to help students with the costs of post-secondary education and to recognize their achievements.

1 min read

Varzari family establishes new bursary to help students in need

Chancellor Emerita Dr. Janice Varzari (BN '90, MEd '02, LLD '21) and her husband Glenn established the Varzari Family Bursary Fund to help support students in need.

2 min read

Crooks’ gift helps prepare students for the world of work

The Crooks Work-Integrated-Learning Program in Liberal Education gives students like Alieza Cyr the opportunity to use what they learn in the classroom in a work setting.

Giving 3 min read

Patricia Jonzon (BFA - Multidisciplinary '14), Costume Shop/Props Assistant

Patricia Jonzon joined the Costume Shop at ULethbridge in August 2022. An enthusiastic creator, she knits, spins her own yarn, sews, designs and stitches up costumes.

Faculty & Staff 3 min read
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